Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI) has introduced a suite of accident and health (A&H) products to the Australian market, and hired two former Chubb executives to support growth plans.

Daniel Kenny is the new Head of Accident and Health, and Shaun Higgerson is Senior Underwriter Accident and Health. The two executives joined BHSI in March, but have been refining product wordings in preparation for the launch of the new products this month.

The new A&H line-up includes corporate travel insurance, group personal accident insurance, expatriate insurance, inpatriate insurance, journey insurance and voluntary workers’ insurance.

BHSI has contracted IAG-owned Dynamiq, a round-the-clock emergency management company, to provide emergency travel, medical and security assistance and concierge services to policyholders.

“The financial strength of BHSI and the skill and responsiveness of our team will give us unique flexibility in tailoring A&H protection for companies and employees throughout Australia,” Australasia President Chris Colahan said.

“Our A&H solutions will be distinguished by our innovative underwriting and deployment of technology to enhance worker wellness and benefits, while lowering employer costs.”

Mr Kenny was previously Chubb national manager broker market accident and health, and Mr Higgerson was a senior development underwriter.

BHSI has expanded its Australian operations with new hires and product offerings after receiving its licence last year to provide all lines of general insurance business.